Tarrant County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 456,632.
The median annual property tax in Tarrant County is $5,211, which is 138% higher than the Texas state average and 171% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.77% on a median home value of $294,100. Property taxes represent 6.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$5,211
+138% vs State
+171% vs US
Median Home Value
$294,100
+71% vs State
+39% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.77%
+38% vs State
+86% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$5,903
$492/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,844
$320/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5,211 +6.1% | 1.77% |
| 2022 | $4,911 +11.7% | 1.82% |
| 2021 | $4,396 +8.1% | 1.92% |
| 2020 | $4,066 +7.1% | 1.94% |
| 2019 | $3,795 | 2.01% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
6.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$81,905
per year
Monthly Tax
$434
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Kleberg County
Tax: $2,457/yr Rate: 1.61%
Clay County
Tax: $2,194/yr Rate: 1.36%
Freestone County
Tax: $1,705/yr Rate: 1.04%
Collin County
Tax: $7,432/yr Rate: 1.66%
Kenedy County
Tax: N/A/yr Rate: N/A
Hardin County
Tax: $2,174/yr Rate: 1.16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Tarrant County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Tarrant County is $5,211 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.77% on a median home value of $294,100.
How does Tarrant County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Tarrant County are 171% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.77% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Tarrant County? ▼
In Tarrant County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,903 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,844. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Tarrant County? ▼
Property taxes in Tarrant County represent approximately 6.4% of the median household income of $81,905. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.